Goa, July 14 -- Over the past couple of months, Kadamba Transport Corporation Ltd (KTCL) has been in the news with regards to leaking buses, broken windows, and hour-long delays at the Margao bus stand, causing inconvenience to commuters. However, the State-owned corporation has acknowledged several challenges including maintenance issues and shortage of buses.

Speaking about the challenges, KTCL Managing Director Pravin Kaskar said, "During the monsoon, there were leakages from bus ceilings, and windows had fallen out. Many buses are 13 to 14 years old. The fleet is currently operating at roughly 80% efficiency. This year, around 17 to 18 buses will be scrapped. The same will follow next year, and by 2027, over 200 buses will be scrappe...